It's not unusual to see a sink on an island, but some designers have very strong opinions against this layout for a kitchen, too. But is it the right choice for you?

Venting an island sink is a plumbing problem that has two solutions. Here, two experts explain how they work and when to use one or the other.

Why have an ungainly L-shape, U-shape or galley design when one wall does it all? When it comes to kitchen layouts, the one-wall design once languished bottom in the desirability stakes, even ...

When available space permits, the one-wall kitchen layout can be expanded with help from other items. A mobile kitchen island or a kitchen cart, for example, can offer extra work and serving space ...

It is important to foresee the kitchen workflow, the paths between the fridge, countertops, stove and sink, so that the island can interact with these equipments instead of being an obstacle.

One solution for many homeowners is adding a kitchen island. However, a lot goes into planning the size and functionality. Plus, you’ll want to make sure it’s up to code .

It's not unusual to see a sink on an island, but some designers have very strong opinions against this layout for a kitchen, too. But is it the right choice for you?